Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2002 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 160,785 miles on the clock, averaging 10,595 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).
MOT & Mileage History for ML02 XLA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,785 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 10,595 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (1998–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Timing belt failure
Belt snaps, bending exhaust valves (interference engine design).
Thermostat housing (plastic flange)
Plastic deforms/cracks, causing coolant leaks at joint.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ML02 XLA |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About ML02 XLA
What car is ML02 XLA?
ML02 XLA is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of ML02 XLA?
The last recorded mileage for ML02 XLA was 160,785 miles, recorded on 27 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML02 XLA passed its MOT?
ML02 XLA has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 27 Apr 2016.
Is ML02 XLA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML02 XLA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is ML02 XLA?
ML02 XLA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.